Alex M. Thomas

Alex M. Thomas is affiliated with Azim Premji University in Bengaluru, India, and holds a terminal degree (PhD, 2015) from the School of Economics at the University of Sydney. His work spans economics, history of economic thought, and political economy, with a focus on classical economists like Adam Smith and David Ricardo.

Research interests include:

• History of Economic Thought
• Classical Political Economy
• Macroeconomic Theory
• Economic Policy
• Education Policy

Recent publications analyze the reception of Piero Sraffa’s work, taste formation in classical economics, and the intersection of aggregate demand and market extent in classical theories. His 2025 special issue introduction highlights methodological debates in economic history. He has also contributed to discussions on economics education during the pandemic and policy implications for India.

His book Macroeconomics (Cambridge University Press, 2021) synthesizes theoretical frameworks. Articles draw on interdisciplinary approaches, linking economic theory to social development and educational philosophy.